I had a SWE interview that included one (rather than two) system design round as outlined in my interviews schedule. Does that mean that I’m not being considered for E5? For what it’s worth, I did mention to my recruiter that I’d like to interview for E5. YOE: 8 with leadership experience.
Currently a senior software engineer.
1 system design doesn’t guarantee if it is E5 or not. And level is determined based on interview performance. But with your YOE, most likely E5. Two system design interviews are for E6+
What were the questions like?
Position?